7 Tips To Pack Your Perfect Summer Beach Tote Bag

Our list of everything you need for the pool or beach.

Headed to the pool or beach for the day? Make sure to pack these 7 essentials in your summer tote bag for a day in the sun.

1.  Pick Your Bag

Start with a straw tote that shakes out sand or opt for vinyl bag (they’re so easy to wipe clean).

Beach bags starting at $6.99

2. Grab An Extra Towel

Grab a beach towel or two! An extra is always handy to keep in your beach bag.

Beach towels starting at $3.99

3. Pack Your Sunscreen

Sun protection is a must. Pack your summer bag a broad-spectrum sunscreen of SPF 30 or higher. (Need more skincare tips? We have them here!)

Sunscreen starting at $3.99

4. Add Your Favorite Cover Up

A cute coverup will warm you up when the sun sets—and look good doing it!

Cover ups starting at $5.99

5. Wear Sunglasses

Sunglasses complete your look (and protect your peepers, too.)

Sunglasses starting at $3.99

6. Stash a Bag For Wet Items

Keep an extra small bag to store your wet swimsuit before you head home.

7. Snacks + Water

Save on concessions by packing your beach bag or tote with your own snacks and water.

Water bottles starting at $4.99